Foreclosures are continuing to rise and most experts say the economy will get worse before it gets better; but there may be a bright side in the President's new Making Home Affordable program. Experts with the Allegheny County Bar Association help clear up the confusion about this assistance program.
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The Obama administration has kicked off a new plan to help struggling homeowners. Millions may now be able to lower their monthly mortgage payments by reworking their current loan. The program applies to loans made January 1st, 2009 or earlier. For more information, visit the link below:
FinancialStability.govA national website is showing consumers how they can save on food. PinchingYourPennies.com can help you buy a cartful of groceries while saving really big. The website's members search for coupons and post the best deals online. The best deals go on shopping lists on the website that are sorted by store. The website is free to join. Click below for more information:
PinchingYourPennies.comPassengers in the United States are coping with heightened security and flight cancellations at airports after authorities in London uncovered a terror plot aimed at airlines traveling from Britain to the U.S
New Security Measures Take Effect At US Airports
You can find more used cars Consumer Reports recommends at: www.consumerreports.org/cro/cars/used-cars/cr-recommended/the-best-worst-used-cars-406/overview/index.htm
You can find advice on how to make the most out of a test drive: www.consumerreports.org/cro/cars/car-buying-advice/guide-to-new-car-buying/at-the-dealership/the-test-drive/0702driv0.htm.
Ever get bumped off a flight -- even though you already paid for your ticket? You're not alone! Find out what every air passenger needs to know.
Consumer Guide to Air Travel
You've heard of the "Do Not Call" list for phone numbers? Now there's a "do not mail" list to stop credit card offers from making it into your mailbox.
STORY: Stamping Out Credit Card Mail Offers
Check out the following list of consumer related links and resources.
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